Lighter Moments from the Notebook of Bishop Walsham How by William Walsham How
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"Lighter Moments from the Notebook of Bishop Walsham How" by William Walsham How is a collection of personal anecdotes and humorous observations written in the late 19th century. The book shares the insights and lighthearted stories from the life of Bishop Walsham How, reflecting both his deep piety and his keen sense of humor. It aims to illuminate the Bishop's character and provide readers with a delightful glimpse into his everyday experiences
and interactions with different people. The opening of this work reveals the editor's heartfelt introduction, explaining his father's desire to compile humorous ecclesiastical stories that highlight his character—a man of joy who saw humor even in difficult circumstances. It describes Bishop Walsham How as having a sunny disposition, a strong faith, and a unique gift for finding or sharing amusing tales from his encounters. The early anecdotes paint a vivid picture of life in the parish of Whittington, detailing the eccentricities of its residents and the comical events that unfolded during pastoral visits, school interactions, and community gatherings. These initial stories set the tone for the rest of the book, inviting readers to appreciate the humor inherent in the mundane and sometimes absurd aspects of daily life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | How, William Walsham, 1823-1897 |
|---|---|
| Editor | How, F. D. (Frederick Douglas), 1853-1936 |
| LoC No. | 2012656436 |
| Title | Lighter Moments from the Notebook of Bishop Walsham How |
| Credits |
Produced by Delphine Lettau, Ross Cooling and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Church of England -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37347 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-37347-8 |
| Release Date | Sep 8, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 362 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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